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Mock turtle soup

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mock turtle soup

–noun
a rich, clear soup prepared to resemble green turtle soup, made with a calf's head or other meat, seasonings, and often with wine.

Origin:
1775–85
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mock turtle soup  
n.  Soup made from calf's head, veal, or other meat and spiced to taste like green turtle soup.
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